I have not been sleeping well for quite a while, but when I do sleep I sometimes dream about dead people, usually relatives; aunts, uncles and cousins. They are usually reassuring me that death is not to be feared.
I also have apocalyptic nightmares, but they never contain people that I know.
Does anyone else have dreams where they are reassured about death by familiar people?
Hi Salis, I don't sleep well either. I do dream about family members who have died, quite a lot and find it comforting to have spent time with them again, even in a dream! I'm sure that might sound daft! Thankfully, I don't have nightmares. The other thing that strikes me is how my dreams have changed. I used to always be able bodied in my dreams, sometimes playing badminton, doing Tai Chi or even skating or skiing. However now, apart from an occasional time, I'm now on crutches or in a wheelchair so it makes me think I have finally accepted the present but it has taken a while and I am one of the most positive people I know!
Have you tried relaxation techniques in bed before trying to sleep, maybe that would help! I'm sure others will have some ideas, in the morning!
Love Annette x
Hi Annette,
In my dreams I am usually disembodied, so though I have sensation and move about I have no sense of how, and no image of myself. As far as I remember I have always been like this in my dreams.
I have tried lots of different methods to help me to sleep, nothing helps consistently. I think the best thing is to try not to get too wound up about it.
Sarah
Thanks OBS, I am having to rethink my Xmas list in the light of this negativity! We are meant to be supporting each other in all ways, including dream content.
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